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Outback Baked Potato Soup

Outback Baked Potato Soup
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Outback Baked Potato Soup is a rich and creamy comfort food combining tender russet potatoes, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a smooth blend of cream and broth. Perfect for chilly days, this easy-to-make soup offers hearty satisfaction with a velvety texture and customizable flavors to suit every palate.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon and sauté onions: Fry diced bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy and golden. Remove bacon pieces with a slotted spoon, leaving the rendered fat in the pot. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Prepare the potatoes: Peel and cube russet potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Add them to the pot with the sautéed onions and stir well to coat the potatoes in the bacon fat and onion flavor.
  3. Add broth and simmer: Pour in chicken broth to cover the potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until tender but not falling apart, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Blend and add dairy: Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer part of the soup to a blender to puree some of the potatoes, creating a creamy base while keeping chunks for texture. Return the soup to the pot, then stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Season and finish: Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir the crispy bacon back in or reserve some for garnishing. Keep the soup warm until serving.

Notes

  • Choose russet potatoes for their natural starch that thickens the soup.
  • Blend only half the soup for a creamy yet chunky texture.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a rich, melty flavor.
  • Sautéing onions is key for developing a deep, savory base.
  • Adjust thickness by adding broth or cream as needed.

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Keywords: baked potato soup, Outback style, creamy soup, comfort food, potato soup, cheesy soup

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